Talented New Scholars Welcomed at Cronton

Ten new students at Cronton Sixth Form have had a fabulous start to college life after receiving a prestigious College Scholarship.
The exceptional students were selected for the scholarship award after a series of interviews which took place earlier this year at the College. They were then awarded the scholarships because of their proven talent and flair in the College’s three Centres of Excellence subject areas, Science and Maths, Performing Arts and Sports.

This year the successful students are:

Science and Maths

• Matthew Bannerman, previously from Wade Deacon High School
• Amy Littler, previously from Tower College
• Michael Cooke, previously from Halewood Academy
• Nathan Holland, previously from Great Sankey High School
• Amy Milne, previously from The Heath School

Performing Arts

• Lauren Smith, previously from Wade Deacon High School
• Reuben Austin, previously from Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College
• Nadine McGhee, previously from Sir Thomas Boteler

Sport

• Taylor Goodall, previously from The Grange School
• Katie Dinsdale, previously from Tower College

Mary Murphy, College Principal, said, “We are delighted to welcome all of our students to Cronton Sixth Form this year. Already they have settled in well to their studies and are participating in many enrichment activities including the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, the Science and Medical Club, College productions and the Debating Society.
“These scholarships are designed to support students and provide financial assistance towards the costs of fulfilling their potential in their chosen field. For example, students may use the money for attending competitions, buying equipment, paying for specialist coaching or tuition and/or studying towards extension awards.”

no images were found

Students fulfilling certain criteria can apply for the scholarships as part of the College application process. After scholarship interviews the winning students are awarded financial rewards over their two years of study. We look forward to meeting next year’s potential scholars over the next few months.

Amy Milne

Previous School: The Heath School
Scholarship Area: Science and Maths
Course: A Levels-Biology, Chemistry, Maths, History
Amy said, “I chose to study at Cronton Sixth Form because of the high pass rates, as well as the Centre of Excellence in Science and Maths which are the two areas I wanted to study at A-Level. I felt really pleased and proud of my achievement when I was offered the scholarship from the college and am looking forward to the next two years.”

Katie Dinsdale

Previous School: Tower College
Scholarship Area: Sport
Course: A Levels-Geography, PE, Psychology, English Literature.
Katie said, “I chose to study at Cronton Sixth Form because it was the College that best suited me in terms of the courses they offer as well as the location. Being awarded the scholarship was a real surprise for me, so when I found out I’d received it I was over the moon!”

Michael Cooke

Previous School: Halewood Academy
Scholarship Area: Science and Maths
Course: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths
Michael said, “Cronton has an exceptional exam pass rate with high grades and I chose the college because of this, as well as the unique and brilliant opportunities the college offers. I was really proud of myself and also very happy that I’d been offered a scholarship at Cronton for this very reason.”

Taylor Goodall

Previous School: The Grange High School
Scholarship Area: Sport
Course: Maths, Physics, Psychology, Sports
Taylor said, “The great results at Cronton College, as well as the great facilities with the Centres of Excellence in both Sport and Science & Maths definitely made it the obvious choice for me. When I found out I had gained a scholarship at the college I was delighted.”

Nathan Holland

Previous School: Great Sankey High
Scholarship Area: Science and Maths
Course: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, History
Nathan said, “I chose Cronton College because it boasts excellent results, as well as the friendly staff and the welcoming atmosphere around the college. I was absolutely over the moon when I discovered that I had gained a scholarship from the college.

Matthew Bannerman

Previous School: Wade Deacon High School
Scholarship Area: Science and Maths
Course: A Levels-Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Further Maths
Matthew said, “I chose to go to Cronton College because it has the best results in the area. The teachers are enthusiastic about the subjects they teach and this is really encouraging for potential students. I was pleased when I got my scholarship at the college and I couldn’t wait to get started.”

Amy Littler

Previous School: Tower College
Scholarship Area: Science and Maths
Course: A levels-Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths
Amy said, “I felt that Cronton College was a place that offered great opportunities, particularly for me in the area of Science and Maths with schemes such as Tomorrow’s Doctors. I felt so happy and very proud of myself to have gained the scholarship into the college.”

Reuben Austin

Previous School: Saints Peter and Paul Catholic College
Scholarship Area: Performing Arts
Course: A levels-English Literature, Theatre Studies, Maths, Psychology
Reuben said, “Cronton College has a fantastic Performing Arts programme and provides excellent tuition in all subjects. I am overjoyed to be part of the scholarship programme and look forward to the exciting opportunities that it will offer me.”

Lauren Smith

Previous School: Wade Deacon High School
Scholarship area: Performing Arts
Course: A Level Dance, Maths, Further Maths, English Literature
Lauren said, “Cronton Sixth Form is my local College and has a multitude of opportunities plus Centres of Excellence in Performing Arts, Maths and Science which definitely made it my first choice. I was ecstatic when I was told that I had won the College Scholarship. It has already opened so many doors into the dance world that I couldn’t have imagined before.”

Nadine McGhee

Previous School: Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School
Scholarship area: Performing Arts
Course: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music